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1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.3.3165516965How to Take Care of Your Wood Floorshttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-take-care-of-your-wood-floors/
Tue, 23 Aug 2016 23:02:30 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12027Wood floors require regular maintenance. These floors are usually required in areas with humid climate, such as Westchester County. There are a lot of hardware stores in Westchester County which specialize in the sales and installation of wooden and hardwood flooring. These wooden floors are easy to clean and maintain. You do not have to enforce strict policies to maintain your wooden floors but there are certain things which you need to keep in mind at all times.

Other than that, hardwood floors add value and beauty to your house or business. According to real estate agents in Westchester County, the value of your house or office tends to increase once you install hardwood floors. They have a tendency to fetch a higher price for your property. Here are a few ways you can take care of your wooden flooring:

1. Stride Lightly:

You don’t actually have to remove your shoes at all times to protect your floor. Keep in mind that wearing high heels or sports cleats and walking on a wooden floor can easily dent the surface of the wood. Therefore, you have to avoid wearing them on hardwood floors. Not just high heels, furniture can also scratch the wooden flooring. To avoid this, you can use felt pads at the bottom of your chair and table legs. You can use doormats outside the entrance to prevent the dust and sand.

2. Clean it carefully:

The foremost thing to keep in mind is that you should not use a wet mop to clean your wooden floor. You cannot even use a steam mop on it. This is because water and steam can dull the finish of the wood and it can even damage the wood. You can use a slightly damped cloth instead to wipe up spills immediately. You do not have to wax your floor to maintain it; instead you can try buffing it. Hardwood floors can be best cleaned using either dust mop or vacuum regularly. You can also try using the manufacturer’s cleaning recommendations for better results.

3. Moderate Temperature:

Your hardwood floor requires an ideal temperature between 60 degrees to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. It also requires around 30 percent to 50 percent humidity level. You have to keep the thermostat around these ranges of temperature to protect your wooden flooring or the planks from bulking or gapping. The planks can get damaged by the drastic changes in heat and moisture inside the house. Radically, the room temperature has to change some times but if it stays that way for a prolonged period, then it would affect the wood.

If you’re trying your best by doing everything to maintain your wooden floor and it does not work, then you should call in an expert to apply a new coat of finish. You can also have your floor sanded after every 7 to 10 years.

]]>12027Tips for Selecting Hardwood Flooring for your homehttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/tips-for-selecting-hardwood-flooring-for-your-home/
Mon, 22 Aug 2016 23:07:47 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12033So you have decided to go with hardwood flooring at your home. Easy enough, right? No it’s not, unless you have some know-how of the wood flooring. But don’t worry, this is what we are going to help you with in our today’s read.

There are tons of factors that will determine what kind of wood floor would be perfect for your home. You will have to go for not just the aesthetics but also for other factors like durability, affordability, etc.

The first thing you need to know is the wood flooring options available. The two most famous types are the engineered wood and solid wood. Engineered wood is treated with a veneer layers that sits on the top of a plywood, so basically it’s not wood entirely, but it provides some added protection, shine, and lots of customisable designs. The other one is the solid wood which is simply thick, solid planks of hardwood. Engineered wood is more suitable if you are living in a place with too much moisture. But above all, the construction of your subfloor will determine what kind of wood you can use for the flooring.

We have a few important tips and tricks that you can make use of. Have a look:

Know where the wood will be going

Installing a hardwood in a basement is much different from doing so on a second story. The basement is known as below grade, while the floor on the ground level is considered on grade. The floor above any the ground floor is called above grade. Where you are going to install the wood will determine what kind of floor options you will have.

For example, you can’t use solid wood for below grade because of the moisture, so engineered wood is recommend for that.

Know the subfloor type

You need to know the kind of subfloor you have. There are three common types of subfloors, and they are: plywood, concrete slab and particleboard. So this will also determine if you can install the solid wood or if you have to go with engineered wood.

For those who have a concrete slab floor, they can only resort to engineered wood. But don’t fret, because you can get every kind of wood in an engineered format. The thickness on the veneer wood also varies, so if you want to give your floor the look of solid wood flooring, go for thicker engineered wood.

There is another way you can use the solid wood flooring on a concrete slab by installing a plywood layer. But this would mean additional cost to your flooring plans. But if you are really looking forward to wood flooring, this is your only choice.

Know your living habits

To decide on the type of the wood also depends on how you plan to use or abuse the floors. If you are a person with pets at home or do you have larges parties quite often, go for harder wood, because it’s more durable.

]]>12031How to Update the Look of Your Old Vinyl Floorshttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-update-the-look-of-your-old-vinyl-floors/
Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:05:03 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12029If you are in the Westchester county area, odds are you have a vinyl flooring at least somewhere in your home. Vinyl floors are quite famous, not just recently, but from the last few decades. Vinyl flooring is popular because it’s affordable, resilient, and durable. And the best thing about this type of flooring is that before you even get bored with the pattern of the vinyl floors, it either wears out or goes out of fashion. So there is a lot of room for you to make changes or increments to your flooring. Vinyl flooring is durable as aforementioned, but it’s not indestructible. For example, if you are sliding chairs or tables on the vinyl floors, it can rip apart. And if you drop something sharp or pointy on it, the material can gouge too. And you can’t forget the notorious high heels that can easily puncture even the toughest flooring. Fortunately, it’s quite easy to update the look of your vinyl flooring. In this read, we will cover the repairing of two different types of vinyl floors, and they are vinyl tiles and sheet vinyl.

Getting started

The first thing, of course, is assessing the damage, because this is what determines the kind of repairs you would require. For vinyl tiles, the simplest and the easiest solution is to replace the vinyl tiles that are marred. For sheet vinyl, to eliminate the damage, you can either patch a new material and fuse the surface. Small patches and cuts can be easily and permanently fused with a liquid seam sealer. So how can you do it?

Using a liquid seam sealer for sheet vinyl

Clean the surface that require the repair with lacquer thinner. You can use a cloth for this purpose. It’s very necessary that the floor is clean, so that when you apply the sealer, there aren’t any dust particles left. Use a thin layer of sealer and let it to dry. This method is very effective and you wouldn’t be able to recognise where the repair was done.

Replacing the damaged area

For burns or tears, you will be required to cut and replace the damaged area and glue in a new patch. This will require you to have an identical flooring patch. So make sure you have found one for yourself. Replacing a patch requires a special technique called double cutting. If you aren’t able to do it yourself, then you can make use of the installers from where you will get a new patch. If you haven’t been able to find a piece of your vinyl flooring, you can also make use of a patch from under the closet or maybe the refrigerator. Double cutting technique requires you to tape the replacement patch over the damaged portion. Aligning of the pattern is very important. You can use a straightedge rule to do this.

If the damage is too much, it’s best for you to replace your vinyl floors. It’s not that cheap, especially if you have a good vinyl flooring dealer.

]]>12029How to Keep Your Laminate Floor Cleanhttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-keep-your-laminate-floor-clean/
Mon, 01 Aug 2016 21:21:46 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12014The floor is significantly one of the most important parts of your house. According to the trends of 2016, the laminate flooring has gained a lot of prominence, especially in Westchester County. It is basically a multi-layer synthetic flooring product fused together with a lamination process, stimulating wood or sometimes stone. It has a layer of photographic application under a clear protective layer. Laminate floors are quite easy to install and maintain, more than the traditional surfaces, such as hardwood flooring.

The area of Westchester County has a humid climate or either a cold climate. Therefore, laminate flooring serves better than other types of floors in such climates. It also gives the advantage of costing less and can be installed easily, without any special skills. It is important that you learn exactly how to clean your laminate floors, to avoid damage. Here are a few tips on how to keep your laminate floors clean:

1. Liquid is Not Necessary for Laminate:

Most people get confused when they hear that water is not necessarily required to clean a laminate floor. Using too much of the laminate floor cleaner can also cause damage to the floor, as it dulls the finish of the floor. The water or other liquids can seep in between the laminate boards and can cause swelling, which causes damage to the boards. Instead, try only spraying as much as you need only on the section, which you are about to mop. The floor should dry within 1 or 2 minutes after being mopped. Use a microfiber mop for best results.

2. Make a Homemade Cleaner:

The laminate floor cleaners found in general stores usually contain a lot of harmful ingredients. Thus, if you spray them a little too much, it can cause swelling on the boards. You can make your own laminate floor cleaner at home by using simple ingredients. Take 3 parts of water to 1 part of vinegar and 1 squirt of liquid dish detergent. Add all of it in a spray bottle and start cleaning. It is specifically best for cleaning high gloss laminate floors, leaving it completely streak free. It also works on stains that have become faded or dull.

3. Buff the Floor and protect it:

Buffing actually helps a lot in keeping the finish of the laminate floor in perfect shape. You just have to devote a few minutes to dry your floor to make it shine. You can try using an absorbent cleaning cloth to dry it or use a mop head. The best buffing rags are the microfiber cleaning cloths. If there’s only a small amount of water left on the floor, then you can allow it to air dry, without fearing the damage to your laminate floors. To avoid dust from getting in, use door mats for protection.

You can also vacuum the floor once or twice a week. You can use these tricks to clean your laminate floors effortlessly.

]]>12014How to Keep Your Vinyl Floors Clean?https://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-keep-your-vinyl-floors-clean/
Mon, 01 Aug 2016 21:21:39 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12020Vinyl Flooring is mainly popular among Kitchen and Bathroom flooring as well as other parts of the house depending on your choice. However, they soon loose their shine if quality Vinyl floors aren’t installed and they aren’t properly kept clean. Hence, this article will elaborate on how you can keep your Vinyl Floors clean and tidy.

The first and foremost tip is an obvious one, which is to clean your floors manually often. That is to often sweep across the floor, perhaps with a wet soft broom and make a habit of doing so consistently. This will enable the dirt to not get permanent and will make the floor look cleaner and retain its shine.

Secondly, one might use an entrance map towards the entrance of the room. Doing so will enable much of the dust, dirt and other chemical particles to get trapped in the mat and not enter the room, thereby saving you precious time when later sweeping the room and reducing the effort required then.

Another important tip is that while heavy-duty blowers and cleaners might be an attractive appliance which you might think would help you clean the Vinyl floor, in truth all that glitters is not gold, and while Heavy Duty cleaners might blow off the dust soon, in reality they are very ineffective and damaging in the long run. Instead of them, it is more effective to use alternative milder methods such as using a vacuum or broom.

If anything gets spilled on the floor, the best thing is to wipe it as soon as possible. Most of the spills, once dry, get very difficult to clean, especially sugary liquids which will leave a permanent stain. The best thing to do henceforth is to clean any spills as soon as possible and save lots of work to do later on.

Similarly, another way is to use vinegar as a solution for cleaning the floor, or some quality commercial cleanser. Similarly, dish soap is often a good solution with which to wipe out and clean deep dirt as the solution is made for the particular purpose unlike the other cleansing agents. Similarly, there are quite a lot of other stains that can only be cleaned using particular cleaning solutions. For example, scuffs are usually only properly cleaned by using oil or WD-40, whereas some stains for example those of wine and berry juice are more properly cleaned by using Baking Soda. Similarly, makeup or ink stains are quite often only removed properly by using an Alcohol solution. After cleaning the stain it’s often quite appropriate to clean the remaining solid particles using a nylon brush and finally wipe it with water giving it a nice shining look.

Another way to keep the floor clean is to use protective rubber feet for heavy appliances such as fridges which will prevent a dent being formed on the floor. Similarly, if one occasionally moves and rearranges the furniture it will allow for the hidden area to be cleansed and maintain the Vinyl floor.

As a final note, it must be mentioned that while cleaning the Vinyl floors is a great way to maintain your floor, what is more essential is buying quality tiles, for example from a company such as our Carpet and Flooring Retail store in Westchester so that the act of cleaning does not have to be such a burden.

]]>12020How To Install Wood Flooringhttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-install-wood-flooring/
Mon, 01 Aug 2016 21:20:53 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12012Westchester County is known for its humid continental climate. It is somewhat cooler than the subtropical climate of New York City. The climate of Westchester County is one of the major reasons why the residents of this area prefer wood flooring because it works well with the climate. Snowfall is also common around this area and thus, wood flooring is ideal for any weather; winter or summer. Before installing the hardwood floor, the humidity level of the room must be controlled artificially.

The house must be enclosed and the heating or the air-conditioning system should be operating at a normal occupancy level. Otherwise you can also set up a temporary heating or dehumidification system, which would match the condition of the final space. Here are few easy ways you can install the hardwood floors easily, all by yourself:

1. Hardwood Floor Layout:

You have to start by determining the floor joists that supports the subfloor. You have to plan the installment of the wood-flooring vertical to them. This is usually the best practice to begin with. You can mark the floor joists without worrying about the marks showing up later on, as the base molding would hide them. Then you have to cover the floor using a 15 pound asphalt-laminated Kraft paper, which would provide a vapor barrier and it would reduce the floor noise. Use a staple gun to fasten the underlayment to the subfloor.

2. Fasten The Boards in Place:

Before fastening the boards in their definite rows, you have to drill the first and the last rows of the hardwood floors because they have to be nailed into place. All the other boards are nailed in through the tongue. You have to arrange the first board in a layout line, with its tongue facing into the room. Make sure to leave a ¾ inch space against the adjacent wall and then you can slide the end of the board against it. Install the wood flooring carefully this way until you reach the side wall of the room.

3. Install the Remaining Board and Straighten:

The hardwood floors can be fastened into place across the room easily, as you can install them row by row, without worrying about the expansion gap. Reel the ends of the boards in adjoining rows by almost 6 inches and then rack the additional bundles as you go on. Sometimes even the best wood flooring comes with minute issues. They are not perfectly straight at times. You can use a wood wedge to tap the gap, which would help in straightening out the board. You can do this with the board which is slightly bowed and you still want to use it.

The lines should be parallel to the wall so that the boards are aligned in place. Not only it gives an amazing finish but it also enhances the beauty of your room.

]]>12012How To Install Laminate Flooringhttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-install-laminate-flooring/
Wed, 27 Jul 2016 03:14:00 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12010Laminate flooring isn’t just a choice, it’s a way of life for millions of homeowners an environment-friendly way of life. It’s engineered wood style provides the look of wood flooring while being measurably cheaper. They even provide better finish and don’t need to be sanded, nailed or stained. Moreover, they are more resistant to denting, scratches, stains and fading.

Laminate floors are amazing, because they are available in different styles and colors. This style of flooring has they become a mainstay in the home décor industry because they can be easily installed on an old floor. Laminate flooring is a great choice for those who are looking to upgrade their old floors.

A laminate floor is made up of natural cellulose fibers, so it’s not supposed to be attached to the subfloor. These floors have interlocking tongue-and-groove connections so they can easily sit on the top of the subfloor, allowing for them to expand and contract with the varying levels of humidity.

So what do you need to install laminate flooring?

Tools and materials required

The type of tools and materials to be used depends on the your existing and as well as the new floor. Some of the most common items that should be on your list include:

Flooring

Barrier sheeting

Underlayer

Adhesive

Polyethylene tape

Flush, Stair nose, or over-the-top

Baseboard, quarter-round moulding, or wall base

Threshold, end moulding, and other transitions

Plastic sheeting that you will need to cover the furniture

Here are some of the tools required:

Pull bar

Spacers

Tapping block

Safety goggles

Utility knife

Gloves

Pencil

Hammer

Tape measure

Router

Carpenter’s square

Drill

Dividers

Saws: jigsaw, hand, circular, table, miter

Chalk line

White vinegar

Laminate floor cleaners

Starting off with the installation

Before you start with the installation, ensure that the subfloor is clean. Remove all the carpeting or carpet padding. Also, get rid of any adhesive residue or debris. You would want to have a flat, clean surface to work on.

Now, you have to choose an appropriate underlayer that will depend on the type of subfloor that you have. The underlayer reduces the noise when you step on these laminate floors, which are more noisier than wood (because they are harder than wood). Some laminate flooring products are preinstalled with the underlayer cushions.

Measure the area and add roughly 10 percent for the waste. To avoid unusually narrow board, measure the distance between the starting and ending point of the wall, and divide by the width of the laminate floorboards.

Laminate floors come with tongue-and-groove construction so you can easily install the planks by following the instructions. Start from the left side of the room and finish to the right. Use a spacer along the wall to keep space for the expansion zone. Normally, you would be required to keep a half-inch gap for expansion. Simply join the planks as you would do with a puzzle and you are good to go.

]]>12010In what scenario should I install laminate flooringhttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/in-what-scenario-should-i-install-laminate-flooring/
Mon, 25 Jul 2016 17:44:29 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12039Laminate floorings are one the most intuitive inventions in the home décor, and a much-needed substitute to hardwood. They aren’t only the choice of environmental-friendly people, but also of those who are looking for affordable, durable and highly customizable designs for flooring at their home. Laminate floors are usually available in two distinctive categories—they either resemble the design, pattern, looks and feel of real wood, or they come in tiles to give your house a unique look. But laminate flooring is actually something that anyone can have at their home, but because of the subfloors at your home, heat and moisture, you may have to take some additional measures. So let’s have a look at all of them.

Where are you planning to install the laminate flooring matters

The foremost factor that determines whether you should go for laminate flooring or not is the story where you are going to install it. To make your understanding more lucid. There are three different levels of floors. The first, that is, the ground floor of your home is called on-grade. The basement of your home is called below-grade, and anything above the ground level is called above-grade. The catch is that you can install engineered wood (laminate flooring) on any floor level, but you cannot install hardwood floor in your basement. This is because of the moisture level below-grade that can swell the real wood. So that’s one advantage of using laminate flooring. But this doesn’t mean there are no limitations on the laminate floors installation. Read the following to know when laminate floors aren’t a great choice for your home.

Laminate flooring expands and contracts more than real wood

Because of the synthetic nature and use of plywood layers in laminate flooring, it’s more prone to expansion and contraction under varying temperatures. Scientifically, everything that’s heated will expand, but in this case, laminate flooring expands more than hardwood. This doesn’t imply that you can’t use laminate floorings if you live in hot climatic regions. All you have to do when you install the laminate floors is to use a spacer and leave around 0.5 inch to 1.5 inch of free space on the borders. This would allow for the laminate floors to expand under hot conditions.

The type of subfloor matters

Well, to be honest, laminate floors are designed to be resilient against varying conditions, so they are almost applicable on any kind of subfloors, unlike wood that you can’t install on concrete subfloor without using an additional layer of plywood. Concrete subfloor is the only one that usually have issues of moisture and smooth finish that disrupts the even finish of the flooring. So if you want to use laminate flooring on concrete, just make sure you are using either polyethylene or foam sheet to avoid contact with the excess moisture that concrete floors can catch. Laminate floors are resistant but not moisture-proof. If you are living in Westchester county, make sure you do visit us.

]]>12039How to Decide the Color of the Wood Floor for Your Homehttps://carpetworldofwestchester.com/how-to-decide-the-color-of-the-wood-floor-for-your-home/
Mon, 25 Jul 2016 17:40:57 +0000http://carpetworldofwestchester.com/?p=12016The interior design of a house is not complete without the perfect floor. The 2016 trends have proven to be the year of the hardwood floors. The residents of the areas like Westchester County, with humid climate, buy wood floors for their house because of their convenience. The weather of Westchester County is the main reason why most people prefer these type of floors, as they are convenient all year round, whether its summer or winter.

The color of the wood flooring should not be overlooked while choosing the perfect floor. Even if you are choosing the wooden floor for the room that you hardly use, you have to be careful with the selection of the color. Here are a few popular colors to help you choose the right one:

1. The Classic Style:

Most people in the Westchester County area prefer using the classic style of wooden flooring. This is because such floor colors are versatile and can be used with any sort of interior decoration. The classic and timeless floor colors include brown, beige, yellow or any tan shade. Tan is considered old-fashioned by most people but it has been seen in the trends of 2016. On the other hand, the natural beige colored hardwood floors are neutral and can work with any sort of look. Plus, using such colored floors is versatile as well as easier to clean.

2. Hardwood Floor Stain Colors:

Most interior designers still consider white color to be one of the best for your wooden flooring. It generates a customized and personalized design statement to your house. The glossy white wooden floors have also gained a lot of importance this year. However, if it does not form a contrast with your interior, then it would result in a disaster. Gray is also considered one of the most decent colors to use for the hardwood floors. It gives a sleek finish to your house, particularly when you pair it up with great piece of artwork on the walls.

3. Bold and Deep Colors:

The bold colors, like black, red, etc., add an indispensible element of décor to your house. Ash stained colors are also considered chic. These colored hardwood floors look best in large open spaces. Making a bold statement can never go wrong once you choose the colors black or dark brown. Plus, they are easier to maintain for a longer period of time. The sleek elegance of dark colors makes the hardwood floors ideal for lavish artistic pieces. You can pair it up with extravagant furniture and soft furnishings to give your house the most remarkable look ever.

You have the advantage of taking flooring samples from any interior decorating store, to check to see which one would match your requirements. It would give you a general idea about the end result.